Charles Augustus Goodfellow facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Charles Augustus Goodfellow
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| Born | 27 November 1836 Essex, England |
| Died | 1 September 1915 (aged 78) Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England |
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Royal Leamington Spa Cemetery
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| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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Bengal Army British Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Unit | Bombay Engineers Royal Engineers |
| Battles/wars | Indian Mutiny Abyssinian War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross Order of the Bath |
Lieutenant General Charles Augustus Goodfellow was a brave British soldier. He lived from 1836 to 1915. He received the Victoria Cross. This is the highest award for bravery in the British military. It is given for amazing courage in battle.
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Goodfellow's Victoria Cross Story
Charles Augustus Goodfellow was born in Essex, England. This was on November 27, 1836. When he was 22, he was an officer. He served with the Bombay Engineers. This was during the Indian Mutiny in 1859.
A Daring Rescue in Battle
On October 6, 1859, a battle took place. It was at the Fort of Beyt. A soldier from another regiment was shot. He fell near the fort walls. Enemy fire was very heavy.
Lieutenant Goodfellow bravely rushed forward. He went right under the fort walls. He was under a lot of gunfire. He carried the soldier's body away. At first, he thought the soldier was just wounded. But the soldier had already died.
For this incredibly brave act, Goodfellow received the Victoria Cross. This award shows his amazing courage.
Goodfellow's Later Military Career
After his heroic deed, Goodfellow continued his service. He later joined the Royal Engineers. This is a special part of the British Army. They focus on engineering tasks.
Serving in the Abyssinian War
Goodfellow served in the British Expedition to Abyssinia. This was a military campaign in Africa. He was a chief engineer there. He helped build a pier at a place called Zoulla. His work was very important. He showed great skill and energy. His efforts were officially recognized.
Exploring Ancient History
After the war, Goodfellow did something different. He led an archaeological dig. This was at Adulis. Adulis was an ancient port city. It belonged to the Kingdom of Aksum. Goodfellow worked for the British Museum.
He found old building parts. He also found stone columns. There were pieces of marble and alabaster. These had simple drawings on them. He also found pottery and old coins. All these items were sent to the British Museum. They helped us learn about ancient times.
Goodfellow continued to rise in rank. He became a lieutenant general. He also received another award. It was called the Order of the Bath. He passed away in Leamington Spa in 1915. He was 78 years old.
Where to See His Medal
Charles Goodfellow's Victoria Cross is very special. You can see it today. It is on display at the Royal Engineers Museum. This museum is in Gillingham, England.
